This occupation employs 153,400 people now, and is projected to grow to 197,100 over the next 10 years — an increase of 43,700 jobs (+28.5%).
There are 12,900 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 4370 jobs created from growth and 8,600 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 3,400 people are expected to retire and 5,200 are expected to switch occupations.